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Sand tobogganing takes place on large sand dunes, and is purly an activity of entertainment and excitment, in which participants of both sex and any age propell themselves down sand dunes on a specially made sand board with a waxed bottom.
Popularity
Sand tobogganing is a minority activity in the United Kingdom due to the number of suitable dunes, but is fast becoming widely accepted around the world as a mainstream recreational sport. It is a great activity to try while on a foreign holiday.
Location
Britain is not the top most sand tobogganing location in the world, but there are a few sizable dunes to be found. The sand can be a bit cold sometimes though, so you may have to adapt other skills in order to get a good run.
Age
Age is no barrier to the fun of sand boarding, it is a great activity for a whole family to take part in.
Ability
No special ability or skill is necessary to fully enjoy the thrills of sand tobogganing, after one or two goes you will be fully proficient.
Description
Sand tobogganing has been likened to a large amusement ride at a theme park. Sand tobogganing sees the participants propelling themselves down the slopes of sand dunes on a specially made sand board with a waxed bottom. The waxed bottom is used to provide less friction so the board propels down the sand hill giving the participant the thrill of a lifetime. You can sit on the board, lie down face first or for the real adventurous at heart, go backwards.
Dedication
To find the best conditions for sand tobogganing, the dedicated boarder will need to seek out the worlds, remote hot, dry, sandy areas. This trouble will be rewarded with a breath taking and exhilarating experience, or an unforgettable holiday activity.
The worlds best dunes can be several miles long and equal anything offered on snow, only warmer.
Potential
When sand tobogganing in the UK, advice should be sought from a local club, as to where is suitable to board, as due to the limited number of suitable dunes there is the risk of causing un-repairable erosion damage or interfering with nesting birds.
Closely
Related Activities
Tobogganing 608, Luge 834, Sand Boarding 509.
Cost
Travelling costs are by far the greatest expense for those wishing to sandtoboggan, as the best areas to board are often remote and difficult to access.
Level of Demand
The table below shows the maximum levels of demand that this activity requires. NOTE: These are not entry levels or levels of requirement and has nothing to do with ability.
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Hearing
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